Getac Z710 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
Z710
USER MANUAL

April 2013
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assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors,
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Notes
Depending on the specific model purchased, the color and look of your
device and accessories may not exactly match the graphics shown in this
document.
The screenshots and other presentations shown in this document are for
reference only. They may differ from the actual screens and presentations
generated by the actual product.
Your device is based on Google’s Android 4.1 operating system, with
additions by Getac.
For the latest version of the manual, please visit the Getac website
at www.getac.com.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................................1-1
Identifying Hardware Components....................................... 1-1
Front Components.............................................................. 1-1
Back Components ............................................................... 1-3
Top Components ................................................................ 1-4
Bottom Components .......................................................... 1-5
Left-Side Components ........................................................ 1-6
Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................... 1-7
Installing the SIM Card (Select Models Only)....................1-7
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery........1-8
Performing the Initial Startup ........................................... 1-9
Using Options........................................................................ 1-10
Using a MicroSD Card....................................................... 1-10
Using the Tether ............................................................... 1-11
Chapter 2 Basic Skills .....................................................................2-1
Waking Up and Shutting Down............................................. 2-1
Waking Up .......................................................................... 2-1
Shutting Down.................................................................... 2-2
Navigating on the Screen....................................................... 2-2
Landscape or Portrait View................................................ 2-3
Home Screen ........................................................................... 2-4
Extensions to the Home Screen ......................................... 2-4
Customizing Your Home Screen........................................ 2-5
Using Applications .................................................................. 2-6
Navigation Bar ........................................................................ 2-7
Status Bar and Notifications Panel ........................................ 2-8
Entering Information.............................................................. 2-9

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Chapter 3 Getting Connected ........................................................3-1
Overview.................................................................................. 3-1
Types of Connections ......................................................... 3-1
Entering Airplane Mode .................................................... 3-1
Connecting to Mobile Networks (Select Models Only) ........3-2
Using WLAN Networks ........................................................... 3-2
Turning WLAN On or Off ................................................... 3-2
Connecting to a WLAN Network....................................... 3-3
Using the Bluetooth Function................................................ 3-4
Turning Bluetooth On or Off............................................. 3-4
Pairing with a Bluetooth Device........................................ 3-4
Connecting to a Computer via USB ....................................... 3-5
Adding an Account ................................................................. 3-6
Chapter 4 Placing and Receiving Calls (Select Models Only) ......4-1
Opening the Phone Application ............................................ 4-1
Placing a Call ........................................................................... 4-2
Dialing a Call....................................................................... 4-2
Placing a Call from Contacts .............................................. 4-2
Placing a Call from the Call Log......................................... 4-3
Responding to a Call............................................................... 4-4
Answering a Call................................................................. 4-4
Declining a Call ................................................................... 4-4
Ending a Call ....................................................................... 4-5
During a Call............................................................................ 4-5
Adjusting the Phone Volume............................................. 4-5
Using Additional Functions................................................ 4-5
More Phone Operations ......................................................... 4-6
Reading or Sending Messages ........................................... 4-6
Checking Your Voicemail................................................... 4-6
Making an Emergency Call ................................................ 4-6
Dialing an International Call.............................................. 4-6
Configuring Phone Settings ................................................... 4-7
Chapter 5 Android Preinstalled Applications...............................5-1
Applications Overview............................................................ 5-1
Camera..................................................................................... 5-4

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Taking Pictures.................................................................... 5-4
Taking Panoramic Pictures................................................. 5-5
Shooting Videos.................................................................. 5-5
Chapter 6 Getac Applications ........................................................6-1
Barcode Utility and Configuration (Select Models Only)..... 6-1
Barcode Utility .................................................................... 6-1
Barcode Config ................................................................... 6-3
File Manager ........................................................................... 6-4
Button Descriptions............................................................ 6-4
Opening a File..................................................................... 6-5
GPS-ECompass ......................................................................... 6-6
Satellite Position ................................................................. 6-7
Electronic Compass ............................................................. 6-7
Location Information ......................................................... 6-8
Settings................................................................................ 6-9
GPS Logging........................................................................ 6-9
RFID Reader Utility (Select Models Only) ............................6-10
Chapter 7 Managing Your Device .................................................7-1
Managing Power..................................................................... 7-1
Low Battery Signals and Actions ....................................... 7-1
Power-Saving Tips............................................................... 7-2
Settings .................................................................................... 7-3
Wireless and Networks Settings ........................................ 7-3
Device Settings.................................................................... 7-4
Personal Settings ................................................................ 7-4
Accounts Settings ............................................................... 7-5
System Settings ................................................................... 7-5
Chapter 8 Caring and Maintenance ..............................................8-1
Resetting Your Device ............................................................ 8-1
Caring for Your Device ........................................................... 8-1
Chapter 9 Regulatory Information................................................9-1
Regulations Statements.......................................................... 9-1
European Notice ................................................................. 9-1
FCC Regulations .................................................................. 9-2

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Safety Precautions................................................................... 9-3
About Charging .................................................................. 9-3
About the AC Adapter ....................................................... 9-3
About the Radio Frequency Exposure...............................9-4

Getting Started 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your device and
guides you through the process of setting up your device for use.
Identifying Hardware Components
Front Components
Ref
Component Description See Also
Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips.
The front lens supports 1 MP (mega pixel).
P. 5-4

1-2 Getting Started
Ref
Component Description See Also
Light Sensor Senses the ambient light for automatic
adjustments of the display backlight.
Indicators
Mobile
Phone Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the phone
function (select models only) is switched on.
P.3-2
RF (Radio
Frequency)
Indicator
Flashes in blue to indicate that the
Bluetooth radio is on.
P. 3-4
Flashes in amber to indicate that the WLAN
(wireless network) radio is on.
P. 3-2
Flashes in purple to indicate that the GPS
receiver is on.
If more than one module is switched on, the
indicator changes color in a cyclic way.
Charge/
Notification
Indicator
Glows in amber to indicate that battery
charging is in progress.
P. 1-8
Glows in green to indicate that the battery
is fully charged.
Flashes in amber
to indicate that the current
battery level is insufficient for starting up
the device. Wait till the flashing light turns
into solid light before you
try to start up the
device.
Flashes in red and amber by turns to indicate
that the battery is in an abnormal state. Ask
for repair service in case this happens.
Glows in red to indicate that the battery
power is critically low (less than 10%).
Flashes in red to inform you of scheduled
appointments, alarms and reminders.
Touch Screen Displays the output of your device and
responds to your touching.
P. 2-2

Getting Started 1-3
Back Components
Ref
Component
Description See Also
Speaker Plays music, sounds and voices.
Stylus Serves as the input device by tapping on the
touchscreen to make selections and enter
information. Store it in the slot when not in
use.
P. 2-2
Flash Provides extra light when taking pictures. P. 5-4
Can also function as torch light when set
accordingly.
Camera
Lens
Takes still pictures or records video clips. The
rear lens supports 5 MP (mega pixel).
P. 5-4
RFID
Antenna
(Optional)
Inside is the RFID antenna that reads RFID
(Radio-frequency identification) tags.
P. 6-10

1-4 Getting Started
Top Components
Ref
Component Description See Also
Barcode
Reader Lens
(Optional)
Scans and reads barcodes. P. 6-1
Power Button Starts up your device. P. 2-1
Turns off or restores the screen.
When pressed longer:
Opens a menu with options for Power off,
Airplane mode, and silent/vibrate/ring
mode.
Volume
Control
Buttons
decreases the sound volume.
increases the sound volume.
Trigger Button Provides the “trigger” function for the
barcode reader.
Can be redefined. P. 7-5